Indiana

Updated on 12 Mar 2020

Ban-The-Box & Fair Hiring Laws By State

We update this overview of ban-the-box rules often. But laws change quickly, and we cannot guarantee all information is current. Always consult your attorney for legal advice.

Guidance

Ban-the-box compliance, targeted screens, and individualized assessments apply only when taking adverse action due to criminal records. They are not required when taking adverse action based on non-criminal records.

STATE LAWS — PRIVATE SECTOR

Indiana state law prohibits any county, city, or town from passing its own ban-the-box law as of July 1, 2017. Private employers in Indianapolis that provide services to the City of Indianapolis may resume inquiring into criminal history prior to a conditional offer of employment.

STATE LAWS — PUBLIC SECTOR

Who must follow: This ban-the-box executive order applies to public sector positions in the state’s Executive Branch.

Timing of inquiry: Applications for Executive Branch positions will not inquire about criminal history or convictions unless conviction of a particular crime precludes that person from employment in that specific job. A background check may be conducted at a later stage in the hiring process.

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